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Hawaiʻi County not accepting permit applications May 23-25 due to system update
No new permit applications will be accepted from 2 a.m. on May 23 to 8 a.m. on May 26.
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Business Monday: This Hilo entrepreneur kills weeds with safe steam, not herbicides
With the growing concerns about the use of herbicides and other toxic treatments to kill weeds, Steve Hambly of Hilo is hoping to encourage property owners to use the safer method of steam.May 19, 2025 · 8:56 AM HST
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May 19, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Business Monday: This Hilo entrepreneur kills weeds with safe steam, not herbicides
With the growing concerns about the use of herbicides and other toxic treatments to kill weeds, Steve Hambly of Hilo is hoping to encourage property owners to use the safer method of steam.
May 19, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia to make final stop in Hilo ahead of global, 3-year voyage
Weather permitting, Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia are scheduled to depart Mauliola (Sand Island), Oʻahu this Sunday for Hilo where the canoes will make their final stop on the Pae ʻĀina Statewide Sail before leaving Hawaiʻi for three years for the Moananuiākea Voyage.
May 19, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi County not accepting permit applications May 23-25 due to system update
No new permit applications will be accepted from 2 a.m. on May 23 to 8 a.m. on May 26.
May 18, 2025 · 9:11 PM
Crews quickly douse apartment fire in Hilo
One person was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and refused further treatment or transport to the hospital.
May 18, 2025 · 3:56 PM
Flood advisory issued for portions of North and South Kona
At 3:17 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain over downslope portions of the North Kona District. Rain was falling at a rate of up to 1 inch per hour.
May 18, 2025 · 11:39 AM
No injuries reported following structure fire in South Kona
Hawai‘i Island firefighters responded to the blaze on the 84-4800 block of Keala O Keawe Road at 5:53 a.m.
May 18, 2025 · 5:01 AM
Military presence at Pōhakuloa Training Area critical to community safety. But at what cost to the land, native species?
Officials with the U.S. Army Garrison Hawai‘i are waiting for the formal rejection of the Final Environmental Impact Statement by the state Land Board before deciding what to do next to try to extend its lease on the Big Island.
May 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
What do you think should be done to create more free or less expensive parking in downtown Kailua-Kona? Take our poll.
May 18, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for May 18-23
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.
May 17, 2025 · 3:00 PM
50-plus fatalities on state roads hard lesson to swallow as graduation season commences
It’s a tragic statistic to think about but stark reminder to prioritize safety and exercise caution on state and county roadways during such a celebratory season while the Aloha State honors the class of 2025.
What is the solution to the parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in downtown Kailua-Kona?
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Merrie Monarch competition photo gallery: Hula kahiko and hula ʻauana
April 28, 2025 · 4:58 AM HST
O‘ahu hālau wins overall at Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 27, 2025 · 1:22 AM HST
Photo Gallery: Thousands watch Merrie Monarch Royal Parade in downtown Hilo
April 26, 2025 · 5:41 PM HST
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May 15, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 16-22: Kahuku Kōnane Challenge, Robert Cazimero live, World Bee Day, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and more
We know it’s graduation season, so a lot of you will soon be busy celebrating the success of a newly minted high school grad or fresh college degree holder in the family with every ouce of pomp and circumstance you can muster. So how about treating your grad to a new experience or special event as part of your gift in honor of them reaching a major milestone.
May 9, 2025 · 2:48 PM
It’s all about Mom: Mother’s Day events happening around the Big Island
From brunches to concerts, shopping opportunities and even singing telegrams plus an aerial arts pop-up class, there should be something to do that will have Mom calling all her friends later to brag about her awesome family.
May 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 9-15: Pō & the 4Fathers, ‘The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō,’ Hilo Chocolate Festival and more
No matter what you do with Mom, Grandma, Sis, Aunty or the other special mothers in your life to show them how much you appreciate them, we’re sure they will enjoy the gesture. So think about trying out something different this year by giving them a new experience.
May 3, 2025 · 11:34 AM
Hawai‘i Keiki Museum offers ‘science fueled fun’ at no charge all day for entire family
Nonprofit that connects children to Hawai‘i Island through hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math offering fee-free day as part of Waikōloa Lei Day Festival; several upcoming summer events, activities and workshops planned, too.
May 1, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Hale Hālāwai O Puna to open with a celebration of Hawaiian culture this weekend
Hale Hālāwai O Puna Cultural Mākeke and Hub opens for the first time with a free celebration followed by an Activate Puna Town Party to mark the 7th anniversary of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption this Saturday.
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Big Island Polls
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
May 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Update: Kīlauea turns in bit of overtime before abruptly clocking out to end Episode 22
May 16, 2025 · 5:03 PM HST
Volcano Watch: What lurks beneath; learning from lava ooze outs
May 16, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Update: Lava fountains make a short, special appearance for Mother’s Day
May 11, 2025 · 2:36 PM HST
Ocean Blog
Come to Honokōhau Harbor to help U.S. Coast Guard kick off National Safe Boating Week
May 17, 2025 · 8:58 AM HST
2025 Central Pacific hurricane season outlook calls for 1 to 4 tropical cyclones
May 15, 2025 · 5:08 PM HST
U.S. Coast Guard medevacs captain from fishing vessel offshore East Hawai‘i
May 10, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Vessel seized for alleged illegal longline fishing in state territorial sea off Big Island
May 8, 2025 · 5:37 PM HST
Maui Now
Reservations available for June screening of 360° Mokuʻula film at the Maui Ocean Center
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is now accepting reservations for the next screening of E Hoʻi Ka Nani I Mokuʻula (Let the Glory Return to Mokuʻula) on Friday, June 13 at 6 p.m. at The Sphere at Maui Ocean Center. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.
Volunteers needed for coqui frog control at Mālama Hāmākua Maui
Mālama Hāmākua Maui, in collaboration with the Maui Invasive Species Committee, is seeking volunteers to help with coqui frog control efforts this Tuesday and Wednesday, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Football registration underway for 2025 UA Next All-America Camp – Maui
This camp is part of the UA Next All-America Camp Series — it is Hawaiʻi’s premier football showcase, providing local athletes with instruction, verified combine testing, and a shot at national exposure. In three previous years, the camp has helped nearly 40 Hawaiʻi athletes earn NCAA Division I scholarships valued at over $4 million and produced multiple UA All-Americans.
Monday Morning MIL: Kamehameha Maui’s Gardanier leaps to unlikely state title in high jump
Kamehameha Schools Maui Cody Gardanier went from never having competed in track and field before his senior year to state champion in the boys high jump on May 9.
DLNR hosts Nā Ala Hele Virtual Open House, May 21
Nā Ala Hele is updating its program plan, originally created in 1991, and seeks community input. Forest users are invited to help guide the process by joining an online open house on Wednesday, May 21 from 5-6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Kaua‘i Now
Rep. Case backs bill aiming to bolster US ties with Pacific Island nations, counter China’s regional influence
Lawmakers say the bill addresses rising concerns about Chinese influence in the region while supporting the long-term development goals of Pacific Island nations.
Hawaiʻi makes it easier to certify documents for use overseas with forms in 12 languages
Apostilles authenticate the seals and signatures of officials on documents so that the document can be recognized in foreign countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty.
Military presence at Pōhakuloa Training Area critical to community safety. But at what cost to the land, native species?
Officials with the U.S. Army Garrison Hawai‘i are waiting for the formal rejection of the Final Environmental Impact Statement by the state Land Board before deciding what to do next to try to extend its lease on the Big Island.
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 19, 2025
Moderate to breezy trades deliver clouds and showers to windward and mauka areas through next week. Localized areas of heavy rainfall may develop in the…
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 19, 2025
A series of small south and south-southwest swells will maintain small south shore surf through Monday. A slightly larger south swell will further boost south…
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